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gravity
Not easy, but it's the law.
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gravity
1. The force of attraction between all masses in the universe; especially, the attraction of the earth's mass for bodies near its surface.
2. The natural force of attraction exerted by a celestial body; such as, the earth, upon terrestrial objects at or near its surface, tending to draw them toward the center of its body.
3. The seriousness or importance of something or the seriousness of anything considered in terms of its unfavorable consequences.
2. The natural force of attraction exerted by a celestial body; such as, the earth, upon terrestrial objects at or near its surface, tending to draw them toward the center of its body.
3. The seriousness or importance of something or the seriousness of anything considered in terms of its unfavorable consequences.
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gravity
1. Gravitational force at the surface of a planet or other body that pulls mass toward its center.
2. The pulling force (force of attraction) between any two masses in the universe.
2. The pulling force (force of attraction) between any two masses in the universe.
On earth, gravity is experienced as a downward force that makes things fall toward the ground.
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anti-gravity
Monica is reading a book about anti-gravity. She just can't put it down.
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center of gravity
The point where the weight of an object appears to be concentrated, usually near its middle.
Cars with a high center of gravity are more likely to topple over when they go round corners.
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